Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMyers Head lead mine

Myers Head lead mine

England
List entry 1015652
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Myers Head lead mine is a scheduled ancient monument located in Westmorland, comprising the remains of a lead mining operation. The site dates from the medieval and early modern period, when lead extraction was undertaken in this region as part of wider mineral working in the Pennines. The mine workings include surface features such as shafts and spoil heaps that reflect the methods employed in extracting lead ore from the surrounding geology. Such sites represent important evidence of the economic and industrial activity that characterised upland areas of northern England during this period.

Myers Head lead mine is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015652. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Myers Head lead mine?

Myers Head lead mine is a scheduled ancient monument located in Westmorland, comprising the remains of a lead mining operation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015652.

Who is responsible for protecting Myers Head lead mine?

Myers Head lead mine is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1015652.

What other scheduled monuments are near Myers Head lead mine?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Northern round cairn on north end of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park (5.1 km), Southern round cairn on north end of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park (5.1 km), Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park (5.9 km).

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